Written by Madison Leonard, Founder of [Everlasting Bloom Co](https://www.everlastingbloomco.com/).

![Finished Preservation Piece (Featured Image)](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/4XicJ6VMeefzKBjZeenTOu/c830e321af7fdabf455b17892b1ec700/Finished_Preservation_Piece__Featured_Image_.jpg)

Your wedding day is filled with moments you want to hold onto forever — your first look, your
vows, the celebration with the people you love most. But there’s one part of the day that often
gets overlooked in the planning: what happens to your bouquet after the reception ends.

If you’ve ever found yourself wondering how to preserve your wedding flowers so they last a
lifetime, you’re not alone. It’s one of the most common questions brides ask after their wedding
day. And while there are a few different methods out there — pressing, drying, shadow boxes —
resin preservation is quickly becoming the most popular choice for brides who want a keepsake
that truly captures the full beauty of their blooms.

I’m Madison, the founder of [Everlasting Bloom Co.](https://www.everlastingbloomco.com/), and today I’m giving you a behind-the-scenes look at exactly how we turn your wedding bouquet into a forever keepsake using resin.From the moment your flowers leave the venue to the moment your finished piece arrives at your door, here’s what the journey looks like.

## Step 1: Getting Your Flowers to Us (Timing Is Everything)

The single most important factor in a beautiful preservation? Getting your flowers to us quickly
and in the best condition possible. Fresh flowers begin to deteriorate within days of being cut,
and the sooner they arrive at our studio, the more vibrant and true-to-color your preserved piece will be.

That’s exactly why we created the [Bloom Box™](https://www.everlastingbloomco.com/products/bloom-box) — our all-inclusive shipping kit designed specifically for wedding flowers. It comes with everything you need to safely package your bouquet, plus a discounted overnight FedEx shipping label. We’ve partnered with FedEx to
secure overnight rates across all 50 states, because when it comes to flower preservation, every
hour matters.

We recommend having someone from your wedding party — your maid of honor, a parent, your
wedding planner, or even your florist — designated to store the bouquet in a dry, cool place and
ship it to us the morning after the wedding. If your Bloom Box is prepped and ready to go, the
whole process takes just a few minutes.

![Bloom Box - Image 2](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/6jOHx346B01q8QbUlCUgIx/96d995ff5d17c647b95995ac5f3efbbf/Bloom_Box_-_Image_2.jpg)

## Step 2: Drying and Preparing Your Flowers

Once your bouquet arrives at our studio in St. Louis, our team gets to work right away. The first step in resin flower preservation is carefully drying each bloom. This is a delicate process — we can’t just press them between books or hang them upside down. We use specialized drying techniques that maintain each flower’s natural shape, depth, and dimension so they look as close to the day you carried them as possible.

During this phase, our designers evaluate every flower in your bouquet. They’ll note the colors,
the petal structure, and the overall composition to begin planning your final design. If you had
greenery, ribbon, or other meaningful elements in your arrangement, we work to incorporate
those as well.

The drying process is one of the longest steps and can’t be rushed — it’s what sets the foundation for a flawless final piece.

## Step 3: Designing and Casting in Resin

This is where the magic happens. Once your flowers are perfectly dried and prepped, our team
of designers carefully arranges them into your chosen keepsake mold. We offer a variety of
shapes and sizes — from elegant circles and hexagons to large statement arches and functional
pieces like bookends and coasters.

The resin we use isn’t something you’d find at a craft store. Our parent company has been in the
paint and coatings industry since 1958, and we’ve developed a proprietary formula we call
PetalSafe™ Technology. It’s specifically engineered for the delicacies of preserving real flowers — it cures at low temperatures to protect petal integrity, releases air for minimal to zero bubbles,dries to a crystal-clear glass-like finish, and is ultra UV-resistant to minimize yellowing over time. It’s the result of decades of expertise, and it’s what sets our keepsakes apart. You can learn more about [how our process works here](https://www.everlastingbloomco.com/pages/how-it-works-2).

The casting process happens in our purpose-built PetalSafe™ lab, equipped with professional-
grade lab equipment that ensures quality control at every stage. Each piece is poured,
monitored, and cured with care by our dedicated team of designers who are passionate about
what they do.

![Casting Process - Image 3](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/6A1ZBw7N8NnMDI2ha9N3e0/a9a21c7c2db234892077d38d16e09327/Casting_Process_-_Image_3.webp)

## Step 4: Finishing, Quality Check, and Delivery

After the resin has fully cured, each keepsake goes through a detailed finishing process. Our
team sands, polishes, and inspects every piece by hand to ensure that crystal-clear, glass-like
finish. We’re looking at clarity, surface smoothness, flower placement, and overall presentation.If a piece doesn’t meet our standards, we start over.

Throughout the entire process — from the day your flowers arrive to the day your keepsake ships
— we send you regular updates so you’re never left wondering where things stand. We know how
meaningful these flowers are to you, and we want you to feel connected to the journey every step
of the way.

When your piece is complete, we carefully package it and ship it straight to your door, ready to
display in your home.

![Finished Preservation Piece (Featured Image)](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/4XicJ6VMeefzKBjZeenTOu/c830e321af7fdabf455b17892b1ec700/Finished_Preservation_Piece__Featured_Image_.jpg)

## What to Expect: Timeline and Planning Tips

From start to finish, the preservation process takes approximately 10 weeks. We know that
sounds like a long time when you’re eager to see the result, but each step requires patience and
precision to ensure your keepsake is something you’ll treasure for generations.

### Here are a few tips to help you plan ahead:

Talk to your florist before the wedding. Your florist (like Charity!) can help you think about which flowers and colors will preserve beautifully. [(Check out this article by Charity about exactly that!)](https://www.everlastingbloomco.com/blogs/the-bloom-journal/choosing-your-perfect-bouquet-flowers-that-preserve-beautifully) Some blooms hold their color and structure better than others during the drying and casting process, so having that conversation early gives you the best of both worlds — a stunning wedding day bouquet and a stunning keepsake.

Designate a flower handler. Choose someone in your wedding party to be responsible for storing and shipping the bouquet. Give them the [Bloom Box](https://www.everlastingbloomco.com/products/bloom-box) ahead of time so they know exactly what to do.

Keep flowers cool and hydrated. Between the ceremony and shipping, store your bouquet in
water in a cool spot. Avoid leaving it in a hot car or in direct sunlight.

Don’t wait. Ship your flowers the morning after your wedding whenever possible. The fresher
the flowers, the better the preservation. 

## Your Flowers Deserve to Last as Long as Your Love

Your wedding bouquet is more than just flowers — it’s the first thing you held as a married
couple, and it was with you during some of the most beautiful moments of your life. Preserving
it in resin means you get to keep that piece of your story forever, displayed in your home as a
daily reminder of the day it all began.

If you’re curious about what your bouquet could look like preserved, browse our [resin keepsake
collection](https://www.everlastingbloomco.com/collections/resin-preservation) to see real pieces made from real wedding flowers. And if you have questions, we’d
love to hear from you — your florist can connect you with us, or you can [reach out to us directly.](https://www.everlastingbloomco.com/pages/contact-us)

Here’s to flowers that last forever.

---

ABOUT THE AUTHOR
*Madison Leonard is the founder of [Everlasting Bloom Co.](https://www.everlastingbloomco.com/), a family-owned flower preservation company based in St. Louis, Missouri. With a parent company rooted in over 65 years in the coatings industry, Everlasting Bloom Co. combines decades of resin expertise with a deep passion for helping couples preserve their most meaningful flowers. Madison and her team have created thousands of resin preservation keepsakes for families across all 50 states.*

![Madison everlasting bloom co](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/6Hh7v5O6f9DaEQ8cj9lmPU/53c06721456074073b626729ba142840/madison-wedding-everlasting-bloom-co-founders.webp)

Finished Preservation Piece (Featured Image)

How Resin Bouquet Preservation Works | Behind the Scenes with Everlasting Bloom Co.

AmandaDaniel WeddingR CatherineRhodesPhotography-148

Amanda & Daniel’s Summer Garden Party Wedding at Top of the Rock, Big Cedar Lodge Branson MO 

Hi there! I’m Charity, the enthusiastic redhead behind He Loves Me Flowers, a wedding floral design company in Springfield, Missouri. I get the question a lot...*How did you get into floral design?*

![1](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/CJAOGINeR7DAzmhXf1Yey/4a33e92b9557bb24722fe381c49da078/1.png)

When I was 18, after I graduated from high school in Minnesota, I got a call from a lady named Kelly. She worked at the Christian school I attended, so I knew her from there. Everyone loved her. She was so kind, friendly, funny, and an absolute joy of a person. 

On the phone, she told me she recently took a management role at a local flower shop and was looking for team members. She thought of me, and asked if I would be interested in working at the flower shop. I told her that sounds so fun, but I know nothing about flowers. She told me not to worry about that because she would teach and train me. So I joyfully agreed to join the team. 

I worked there for around 2 1/2 to 3 years. We did everything—from holidays, funerals, birthdays, balloons, plants, and weddings. I learned from that experience that I LOVED the weddings. We did a lot of them, and I helped Kelly design bridesmaids bouquets, personal flowers like corsages and boutonnieres, as well as centerpieces. We delivered the florals, set up, and brought the bride her bouquet. The immense joy was addicting. 

![2](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/5m41aSr4kYX0QjoTZxd6gQ/8cb9dc2226ff53c5316cbe6a28897fd1/2.png)
![3](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/63UHqaL0tpibxbnypFYCnU/2edcbe6de5309e095f2253a17a6a449e/3.png)

At 19 years old, that was when it all clicked for me! I thought to myself...*If I could start a business one day, and just focus on weddings, then that would be my dream job. I could start it later in life, after I’m married and my kids start school.* My thought was it would give me something to do while they were away learning. 

I grew up in a very entrepreneurial home. My parents owned their own business and at a young age I was hired to work in the family business. At the age of 12, I was selling and getting really good at it. Learning people skills, communication, and customer service were all skills that I learned working in their business. Looking back, I'm so grateful my parents encouraged me and taught me how to do this!

I saw my parents' lifestyle and how they had freedom over their days and weeks. They worked very hard (they’re some of the hardest working people I know!) but they weren’t locked into a boss’s schedule or expectations, and I loved that. At the time, I thought that was normal for everyone’s parents, but as I got older, I soon realized that most parents worked 9am-5pm, Monday-Friday. That wasn’t the case for mine. They operated their business out of the home, so they were home and present in my life, and I'm so grateful for that. To this day, they are some of my closest friends. 

So I knew eventually that I could start my own business, because my parents did (as well as both of my brothers!). If they could do it, I could do it too!

![4](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/goriH6wAxlTTmjZm6aXDJ/7332cce78fdb9f951293070acef74bf0/4.png)
![5](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/3aA1GBNsakE2aO5nG6Vktd/80453e326d76d5828fef50e243521a3b/5.png)

Fast forward to when I was 21. I moved to Missouri to go to a new college, and met this cute guy named Ben. We started hanging out, which led to dating, falling in love, then engagement, and then when I was 22, we got married. It was the summer of 2011, and I was thinking about what my next life step was…*Should I go back to college, get a full-time job, etc. I didn’t know!*

Then, my wonderful, newlywed husband Ben looked in my eyes and asked me, “Charity, what do you really want to do?” 

The lights in my brain came on. My IDEA came flooding into my mind! I said with excitement, “Well, what I really want to do is start a business and focus on flowers for weddings!” 

He replied, “Let’s do it! I’ll design your logo and build your website!” These are all of his professional skills, by the way! I married the right guy, didn't I?! You bet I did!  Not only was his background in graphic design and website design, but he was (and still is) the most supportive, encouraging person I could ever dream to have by my side in this flower journey! He makes me and He Loves Me Flowers SO much better! 

So, the rest of 2011 we worked on setting up the business and making it official. Then in March of 2012, we officially launched *He Loves Me Flowers by Charity, LLC* with our first wedding. That first year in business we were blessed to be a part of 7 weddings.

![6](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/5wciFsHxlBJNiI9B0od6H3/4adc71cee66c0112b17e3172465d322c/6.png)

Over the years, the business grew, as did our family. In 2017, our first son was born, and in 2019, our second son was born. During those years as they were babies and toddlers, I was able to spend a ton of time with my children and still work my business, mainly due to the fact that He Loves Me Flowers is a home-based business. You can read more about this in my [interview with 417 Home Magazine](https://www.417mag.com/417-home/inside-a-home-floral-studio/). The autonomy was what I always dreamed of having. From the very beginning, I knew I wanted to own the business, not the business own me. And believe me, there is a big difference.

In 2025, it hit me….the dream that I had when I was a young adult of starting a wedding floral business had come true. The only change was that I started way earlier than I expected.  Now both of my children are in school and I’m able to devote more time to my business. We had a record-breaking year in 2025, grew the team, and were a part of weddings I had years ago only wished for, and now I'm bringing those extraordinary weddings to life.

![7](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/nqdM9ASQUbQSomeBvpJTa/14b3d130fb5d843fd50afb4755ef9a63/7.png)

In 2026, I’m intentionally growing the flower business, and it feels like after 14 years, He Loves Me Flowers is just getting started…or maybe we’re just starting a whole new chapter, and it’s a joyful, flower-filled one! I'm so glad you're here, thanks for being on the journey with me!

Photography: [Jordan Brittley](https://jordanbrittley.com/), Venue: [Olive View Events](https://www.oliveviewevents.com/), Event Planning: [Allie Rose Events](https://www.allieroseevents.com/)

Charity, He Loves Me Flowers

The story behind He Loves Me Flowers by Charity | 417 wedding florist

Maddie & Andrew’s enchanting wedding at [Integrity Hills](https://bigcedar.com/venues/integrity-hills-chapel/) at [Big Cedar Lodge](https://bigcedar.com/) in Branson, MO overflowed with joy, love, and elegance.

![1](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/1dHrmUE1oQoNJNzW5tj8JD/ba038a624f7297de04215dbe4e254870/1.png)

What is your biggest priority for your wedding or what is most important to you?  Besides marrying the love of your life, of course ;) *Honestly just total fulfillment across the board. Obviously Andrew & I will be on cloud 9, but I really want our guests to feel how much we love & appreciate them & I want them to be able to feel our love for each other, all of them, and our special day through our planning/decor, etc. to really make it our own!*

What are your wedding colors? *Jewel tones + some lighter accents*

What is your overall wedding style, feel, look, and/or atmosphere that you want to create for your celebration? *Timeless, elegant, enchanting! I want it to be full of florals & bring great energy!*

What are you looking for in a wedding florist? *I am looking for someone who can match what I’m hoping for but make it even better! I’m not a florist & will always love any feedback/suggestions I can get! I ultimately just want someone who can bring my vision to life in a unique way & ways I wouldn’t think of myself!*

What aspect of your wedding planning process are you finding most challenging or what would you like to address in a positive and helpful way? *Being from KC, it’s been difficult to figure out vendors who match us well! We know of several recommendations in the Kansas City area, so we really appreciate feedback/recommendations from more local vendors near the table rock area!*

After the wedding, Maddie said, *“Charity is an absolute DREAM to work with. She was our florist for our wedding in Southwest Missouri fall of 2025, and I cannot say enough good things about her! From beginning to end, she was so thoughtful, responsive, organized, creative, and made all my dreams come true!”*

Enjoy this recap of Maddie & Andrew's wedding, captured beautifully by [Jefferson May Photography](https://www.jeffersonmayphotography.com/), from Kansas City. 

![3](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/4u0BZ26DiqruCHkFYhsGdq/e80e0e2470e70eedb59dcabdcaf42a4c/3.png)

![2](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/5CHikdbiGBguB5QSsnUMaH/d2ec15248ae41f2117bcdd24e0f7b9a4/2.png)

The ladies got ready at the Bridal Suite at [Integrity Hills](https://bigcedar.com/venues/integrity-hills-chapel/), at [Big Cedar Lodge](https://bigcedar.com/) in Branson, MO

![4](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/W4gc9coMn9nDZu0BIJqa7/d488717ee0a30fba6261045b045740c3/4.png)

![5](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/3zATvtr27YRWNRm8f5jPjm/44b4b5aaedf919138ca7244452695b00/5.png)

![6](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/1iSKLlwb9qzRtWgkubjZ5S/b7f81e12fc4b02a76fb32eac9885c44a/6.png)

First look moments are always so special, and getting a little bit more time together during the day is also a win. 

![7](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/5nHKruOQiXUBct2xusjwFZ/f4b9e92136b6d30b5de5a2bf94df69b1/7.png)

![8](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/6KEBiUccnvwVmzPf4500Lm/fc8089553dd3685adcb9bd4ede1a7002/8.png)

![8A](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/7pyhXzuFwdROqUKC8fUqp6/251439bd5d7e8c61515f648bc044da0b/8A.jpg)

The details on Maddie's veil by [Mimis Couture Bridal](https://mimiscouturebridal.com/) are intricately captivating.

![9](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/ytftn0vTGfWWdDJnZaWwL/d8a7326f133632d3d254af0bbf1a935c/9.png)

Maddie loves the colors magenta, fuchsia and hot pink. So those were the primary flower colors. She also loved purple and light blue as accents. I suggested we add a warm coral pink tone and she asked if we could include burnt orange, since it was a fall wedding. Of course, I said yes! With all of these details, I curated a floral mix that truly represented her unique personality, style, season, and love story. 

The flowers I used specifically for Maddie were garden roses, dahlias (locally sourced), delphinium, larkspur, ranunculus, stocks, and mums, along with other fillers and textures. It was such a fun mix and totally her! 

![10](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/5tpCXU2GMLTzBDP5QVhZPs/160faa7be6443d8d3a13bc022545af84/10.png)

![10A](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/yNIRO4iJIMhFF8OafvOuK/5ed2725c1a5f40d5e01eecd0af127a44/10A.jpg)

![11](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/24sVv5gqr3fzVUUiG5F8w3/d008f31829408d9b546944579b93d360/11.png)

![11A](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/4XwxLxUPogtTtrN8DmafKj/86f457fb9243d44de703c8c90e3a392d/11A.jpg)

How amazing are the bridesmaids' bold and elegant bouquets!! I love their flowers with their dresses!

![12](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/7D4zCjxMwLvoaWalwKuqWF/2d4fe563a0c11febdfa638414ed0e039/12.png)

![13](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/3Hmyt4Oz67A1L0t2GJmF9z/1f875265822327e6a383fe2b6f03bbec/13.png)

![13A](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/39i4w8a0dVCKRKAAXB2oOD/69f2f3140c596e7b3814ae38b38e1aa8/13A.jpg)

The ceremony was at [Integrity Hill’s Chapel](https://bigcedar.com/venues/integrity-hills-chapel/), overlooking the tranquil Table Rock lake and natural wooded landscape. 

![14](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/7eGWyMji34d4V9xqXLKLif/e6a6f8270a005b96c138984ec43d5e86/14.png)

For the front of the chapel, we designed two floral ground arrangements to intentionally highlight the couple. 

![14A](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/15SiwzAurkbLqkonMr5EtM/29ff86826eb4fcd0f8569c42e09da4a6/14A.jpg)

![14B](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/4geCOrwN6u9NWZvQgeXuiU/f0225f7ffdb55c5743d40e150bf58d59/14B.jpg)

We created floral bundles for the aisles, paired with light blue satin ribbon to highlight this meaningful aisle moment.

![15](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/5WMI41IYruY9FQpXBz8c4/787105cab9265f83dc8e0e9685d78b18/15.png)

![16](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/2G8zqqMbrIYHq2w1lhcJQY/8681b431280f237146de9ee144fe9284/16.png)

The HLMF team and I adorned all of the window sills in the chapel with fresh greenery and flowers, to add color and warmth to the wooden spaces. This was Carla, the mother of the bride’s idea as she wanted the space to feel inviting and also smell fragrant with fresh flowers. 

In our design meeting, I remember Carla sharing with me that she attended a wedding years ago and still remembers the pleasant aroma of the fresh flowers. She remembered how impactful it was and she wanted to give Maddie and Andrew’s guests that same wonderful experience that you can only get with fresh flowers! 

![17](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/aTD1E3yeYhKmZlGT8aGyt/73994daf98754f4a8c9f169b8e257e5b/17.png)

![17A](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/5l3Fl8D03KmSqReExEV6kr/35f512b3fae11df1de4852fb394835fe/17A.jpg)

![17B](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/ZHX0MvTdr8ZQW7Zlhe5V3/8da7fb6059f3b014cd6a49eced9d2607/17B.jpg)

![18B](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/4AG12LyNMlLrD8dhAAVRIs/3749d6fa106b4296b7d941458838496c/18B.jpg)

![17C](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/6ZOOoCTpnyf0lJLemehtaT/f48842c7d0b31c52a2bf397251346f83/17C.jpg)

![18](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/3iK1VLLn6jpVp1BtHZczja/7422cdd025eb4af6451febd3256463ff/18.png)

![18A](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/4sDMdkhAkWt3XzhbmrN5k1/4465b2ddb749ab3001e667520c586905/18A.jpg)

![18D](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/5ReYp6WBewdYqnlfBPewby/dbd9cfdac04c96ed07bd7190c30a3bbc/18D.jpg)

![18E](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/6ky5MoIAzc9ffFs7G81oA/a516e80b4d3b91cc93305d945b1f4ca8/18E.jpg)

![19](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/15iUt3Dzh1YGCPjsGK8SLX/72a15e210b4b88097c946fed2f5b66a0/19.png)

![19A](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/5dVNlPUFSA8VrrB7ckQP8N/68fae0ac54fc505123935092aeae9466/19A.jpg)

We provided fresh rose petals for the guests to throw during Maddie & Andrew’s grand exit. This photo op moment, captured beautifully by [Jefferson May Photography](https://www.jeffersonmayphotography.com/) is so fun, joyful and purely candid. 

![20](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/3phqP3lpfEgqMoWYYbZdNl/4f8da7abf6f55803ebda3750ec0de05d/20.png)

![20A](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/25CaqPiOd8o8HUhHl4UZCu/f64eaf8099bb86a022fe50bea8def1a7/20A.jpg)

The iconic [Chapel at Integrity Hills](https://bigcedar.com/venues/integrity-hills-chapel/) portraits. 

![21](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/28I2XqtiGiP4mJQQt7waN8/252294070d8c4ec9ad5df68ff24bf615/21.png)

![21A](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/6At5AIKmcN60Ml0rnIKDp3/eeb7521fd6537e92a8afceb4f4edaa44/21A.jpg)

![21C](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/sZM8OYiDYJZjuOpiMxemU/e234922902d76cbf1b7403c8ba8d2fc2/21C.jpg)

![21D](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/3w6L85NQF6xv8nMNKpcCkQ/7b3ae080c602d53e80f87fa287bc0559/21D.jpg)

Romantic sunset photos...say no more! These feel straight out of a classic love story movie.

![22](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/2fQOHoRmVRe3wugUlDPNb0/fb61a160b06a0caadedfb2e305468558/22.png)

![23](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/2pnD9K5ufGo5bLjvzIFSjm/71b203f73caf076a6d1618586b0c17fc/23.png)

![24](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/5hVyGNtWKJlaQwFCRmH60b/29069678a37ee691735450863898f954/24.png)

![24A](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/1DlxaN1ehVcy8DiqUIE9fw/cb8d977387deef4108fb2b0c6b2f2862/24A.jpg)

![24B](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/3WJjMvVle3954Y7vm8pqcw/4daa52de73761be6839a961385495c0f/24B.jpg)

![24F](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/1ewhOxk2kt7s1sQQ75zKAi/ce7bfd1226e5461d76b53ab3e56d53ad/24F.jpg)

Guests enjoyed cocktails and drinks outside on the patio, overlooking Table Rock Lake. 

![25A](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/A3IopgkfXvam3Mj59nTuO/e2a205a484412b3c01d8f9f4eb414385/25A.jpg)

The seating chart sign, paired with a floral ground arrangement, was a warm welcome to guests upon their arrival to [The Stables](https://bigcedar.com/venues/integrity-hills-the-stables/), where the reception, dinner, and celebration would take place. 

![25](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/557vlZe1Ir5KxGg6ed9IaP/d8eea0a7834f18c67bd9a64f138866c0/25.png)

The [Integrity Hills Stables](https://bigcedar.com/venues/integrity-hills-the-stables/) is a cozy, warm-wood, rustic aesthetic. This classic barn was designed to reflect the look of English riding stables, and it features an open main level with a fireplace and two upper balconies. 

During our design meeting, I remember Maddie sharing with me that she wanted everyone at the reception to feel loved and valued. For her, that meant every table, on the main level and upstairs, had a fresh floral centerpiece of some kind. She shared with me she has been to weddings in the past where the upstairs tables feel forgotten, and she was intentional about making sure every table felt welcoming and special. If you haven’t realized already, she is the sweetest person and loves her people!

![26](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/607bxFIrQBsTM0GB8kT2OI/75c29135a3ff17f01f6abacf7b4e46aa/26.png)

With her vision in mind, we designed three different floral centerpieces for the tables. The first design we made was a fresh floral wreath with a brass candelabra in the center, rented from [Eventful Rentals](https://eventfulrents.com/) in Springfield, MO. 

![26A](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/4a0hDK3lZLVyy1TiBZlspg/afcd21f52074c598a09cb205123ebd7f/26A.jpg)

The second centerpiece we designed was a lush and low floral arrangement in a gold compote vessel. These centerpieces were accented by brass taper candles, also sourced from [Eventful Rental.](https://eventfulrents.com/)

![27](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/6YctWInqKmWC9uDL5guER2/70f08af9f0060569a07b7e733901c87c/27.png)

![27A](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/6JySTX9xhYTlFsc680YyMP/5ba910d47e6698dcd1c210a0730c18d8/27A.jpg)

![28](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/kVsHm2WmdAOiS6skXeEP6/ddc072dafaea8a648ae93893113575df/28.png)

I'm obsessed with this drone shot.

![28A](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/5M6LvkWOkzPYqfd4Hxg1RW/41ab7be4f47299ec76a209e48c26a6fa/28A.jpg)

The last, and most impactful, centerpiece design was the tall centerpiece. There were some mixed in on round tables, as well as on the focal head table, located in the center of the room. 

![29](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/5MmaVRPrCmy9L4gv3BE2Jt/87d290a567471127f0d3e080c8b74b17/29.png)

![29A](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/45LHpTwUZ8JKDppxG0GQlu/d5ccd6b57d85689fef2362c1d73abce6/29A.jpg)

On the head table, we placed greenery down the center to provide warmth and freshness, making the entire tablescape design cohesive and full. 

![29B](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/6cxTtNukgUCsQo1YRZuHy7/f1c01732cb8db6be8a5a37a9c85044f0/29B.jpg)

![30](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/1214nw7RySNXPOlPBvWr4N/7af147981e4970d95260a8fdc99ddd8e/30.png)

![30A](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/55nyG3Ol2otr326BcGcuzY/9af44fd282b0b59fb5cdfe641539cda9/30A.jpg)

![31](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/24S4g9Od2pxETlZIXsJ4Qi/2dafa0cbd8edb7e53e61cc06453c34a1/31.png)

![31A](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/7eQQYRD4kY1FSiQtdrxTwX/d6645a1516c5f63dc6dde0614c5adb73/31A.jpg)

![31B](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/75jRDSVjvNzugkT4yyarjX/cd3e35a16204cff37ae0af9ab45fefeb/31B.jpg)

![31C](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/5JUpX5UIZpeOc2a9EdjwoH/1e3b1a33c599ba73891cd5a072658d9f/31C.jpg)

![32](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/4mfBCvcNciExtgx5GBsW0f/0079114d513e51b6c01b9c8446b7008c/32.png)

![32A](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/3uoykdenvudcDvjhGb65tm/cca5bd1063cbda771a51d5c4e3e947da/32A.jpg)

![32b](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/6hEB4nCFPuujWg8djt2yth/37188e39b0e1d3b3ec35177548cda86c/32b.jpg)

![32D](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/1EnlyloN7MQoSAIiac6EGN/3caf88b25b9a99d9404d261facaefa1c/32D.jpg)

![32E](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/46XnUg7qek9nbqsTwIu65M/85eee104ee08ec157b7e04faef0dfd18/32E.jpg)

![32F](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/LCsgm2PSWe1iaZPkxhEJs/97df7851fc30b736596e8a982ae14750/32F.jpg)

![32C](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/4c9rMmZTh9LtuK4Md76c8H/1b88eeee0dac158b5156253ecfe0e435/32C.jpg)

One of my favorite floral pieces to create was the floral installation for the mantle. This fireplace mantle at Integrity Hills is 13-feet long and over 7-feet tall…it’s a beast! Since it is grand, any type of floral design, in my opinion, needs to be large to appropriately complement the stone and wood structure. 

So with that in mind, my team and I created a lush, colorful floral installation with flowers centered and greenery trailing off on both sides. It completed the entire space and served as a stunning backdrop for the reception, dances, cake cutting, and more. 

![33](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/5N0JxO0cZWLCVO20eI10g/95b156a001c71a0df027e0b55569dc46/33.png)

![33A](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/7rvNPUVJyFdsswVwB9BYpB/31d2be9d7a135d472d122202271d303e/33A.jpg)

![33C](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/1f8Zz3dlSq7OP4i77jOhCI/ed64999dc736415a32c73d1e0a42420a/33C.jpg)

![34](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/1g2ZnWQG1btu8BhBDjVQZG/ee0238da25f6a93ac2ae44122e1835b2/34.png)

Bringing Maddie’s wedding floral vision to life was a dream come true for me and my team! I’m so thankful we got to be a part in their unforgettable day at __Integrity Hills, Big Cedar Lodge__!

![35](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/5Fp82HQ0NYSoSifnuwNM7k/f21995dbf40b74949da9594c4c474466/35.png)

![36](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/3I8cHmNdVBGweTMYxpf4GG/a26479f38fc8a903c942149f99de42d3/36.png)

![36A](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/57G52T3AtkqJwPC354feAW/30180a9ef875beb8237fa52f8c842f93/36A.jpg)

![36B](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/4qKdtd7VpNuWIXVpcSf27n/3e35391ea03ada6b838e9475f1f4dacb/36B.jpg)

Cheers to the dream team who made it all happen!
[Charity Fent Cake Design](https://www.cfcakedesign.com/) [Elegant Linens and Rentals](https://www.elegantlinensandrentals.com/) [Sabbie Chic Events](https://sabbiechicevents.com/) [Elevate DJs](https://elevateentertainment.com/) [Eventful Rental](https://eventfulrents.com/) [Mimis Couture Bridal](https://mimiscouturebridal.com/) Whitney Woods [Pretty and Planned](https://www.prettyandplanned.com/)[Diamonds and Dos](https://www.instagram.com/diamondsanddos/?hl=en) [Jefferson May Photography](https://www.jeffersonmayphotography.com/) [RGKC Films](https://www.rgkcfilms.com/) [Big Cedar Lodge](https://bigcedar.com/) [He Loves Me Flowers](https://helovesmeflowers.com/) 


M&A Wedding Weekend JMP591

Maddie & Andrew’s Fall Wedding at Integrity Hills, Big Cedar Lodge Branson MO 

Caroline & Blake’s summer wedding at [Big Cedar Lodge’s](https://bigcedar.com/) iconic [Top of the Rock](https://bigcedar.com/top-of-the-rock/) in Southwest Missouri was bursting with color, personality, and all things fun!

![1](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/3GY5toNfemGNu6qhDXF85f/8d40f12ebec94c4cbe1f147868eafb03/1.png)

__What is your biggest priority for your wedding or what is most important to you?  Besides marrying the love of your life, of course ;)__ *My biggest priority for my wedding is to create a really fun party that everyone will enjoy and remember. I envision an event that's elegant and timeless but still vibrant and full of life, with bright, beautiful colors like lime green, fuchsia, hot pink, magenta, and pops of purple and blue. I want the atmosphere to feel fresh and sophisticated, steering away from rustic, to truly reflect the joyful, celebratory vibe I'm going for.*

__What is your overall wedding style, feel, look, and/or atmosphere that you want to create for your celebration?__ *timeless, elegant, but with some fun colors*

__What are your wedding colors?__ *green, magenta, fuchsia, pink, blue, yellow - what I am thinking for flowers... Black bridesmaid dresses*

__What are you looking for in a wedding florist?__ *I'm looking for a florist who can bring my vision of a vibrant, elegant, and timeless wedding to life. Someone who can balance elegance with bold, bright colors like lime green, magenta, hot pink, blue, purple, and greenery while avoiding an overly orange-heavy look.*

Enjoy some highlights from their summer wedding timelessly captured by the ever-so-talented [Sheri Holloway](https://www.sherihollowayphotography.com/) from Branson, MO.  

![2](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/7qeN8WK8bC0TFASkmSxrBT/cd4195b20e99b2fe62d0a70279f06fb7/2.png)

![2A](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/KsDoAvF6QyipekhSjTPFo/97c0337dd54696d6d8818b11180dac8b/2A.jpg)

The ladies got ready at the Bridal Suite, [Cedar Creek Spa](https://bigcedar.com/venues/spa-suite/), at Big Cedar Lodge. Makeup was done by [Airbrush by Andie](http://www.airbrushbyandie.com/), and hair styling by [Diamonds and Do's](https://www.instagram.com/diamondsanddos/?hl=en). 

![2B](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/2Huqztk90JfjiiLu0TrvLD/0c1fcd014e95e6d21447bf498d4b3d56/2B.jpg)

Caroline’s favorite flowers are dahlias and orchids. I sourced pristine local dahlias along with tropical orchids into her bouquet, as well as garden roses, delphinium, garden roses and ranunculus. 

![3](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/38ldjRSoA6uIPtUQSe52tY/d1e9349e5495acb2271cba5979cd092e/3.png)

![4](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/L6DJIxGB1YDrFORfOdjLL/dd7102223c0490cbb1d00a3ff6834b64/4.png)

The Bride made custom monogrammed satin ribbons for all of her bridesmaids bouquets. We attached them to the vases so everyone had their specially named bouquets, as well as the flower girl's basket. 

![5](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/yUPEeE0ml1g4ob20V5wPp/a581b2416c7568a907dd53cf2bfa7296/5.png)

![5B](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/6KoEcOjw45JnG7Y9vjrK76/e8ac50169567c75b408ed50a1dbe8154/5B.jpg)

![6](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/7lp1vfLgQGmh8wsyZu4GtR/ccf6c2ce24663db06d49561fa345ae5a/6.png)

The vibrant, colorful bouquets brought so much happiness to the day and the photots. 

![6A](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/6prkXctvWLXe38PluR2xe1/69ab149062cdbb699af24f4477964566/6A.jpg)

![6B](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/5S9twGiJG3nDdQhrV4kgH5/b6cc58dc38ed21d9c489896291724f80/6B.jpg)

![7](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/TlsEuX2G5d0R1LGuEnlaT/f1f8949c191e3e699b2cde8cf66a8fac/7.png)

![8](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/4KyaOZMsl7ppzo86kAhKs8/bba9d57c2f28e1f28d41cf53eaff03d6/8.png)

![8A](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/1VNnkdpYneihJSCLFQbbQO/a22b7574ddd0fe71f93126f4b44d395f/8A.jpg)

![9](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/1idmh63TD9MRqs3mQAf6rX/174dde91d0ee5617452708a1bb801e4e/9.png)

![9A](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/6Zoh4jmQjw8KST9CG8rvnj/aa8212993c978461bd71403484c59b5d/9A.jpg)

![9B](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/35EMf0bBDtTO3d4H6f9mdI/b6f4f4af82ce8ba518d45670a2f3e845/9B.jpg)

![10](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/7L0ho5YMdyTSwywtOtWGxm/1a728bc6b24d9644f115ef1ff20ffa04/10.png)

![11](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/6Nz3BI9INEgPrRzZ9yfIQ0/1ebcbaeed465c250ba71ff55e471d4e2/11.png)

![12](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/1fLMc08sMTd8v2HvtNEVXX/f3135e437c67ab20cf6d6dc3d3c8f3d7/12.png)

![12A](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/3yKfOFPDULknWlWCaVChHI/10830eff9792406148c0d756654c31cc/12A.jpg)

The couple chose the historic [Chapel of the Ozarks](https://bigcedar.com/venues/chapel-of-the-ozarks/), featuring antique pine wood doors, and a dramatic, large-scale window backdrop overlooking Table Rock Lake in Ridgedale, Missouri.

![13](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/7K5eDvGjPKnWDjMV2yJxll/4726f54be6c1016e4946f18de5513d9d/13.png)

![13A](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/3vrNnZEAKovNHhKoeQBhkO/83d5eab44a26f6724f6297b762438e04/13A.jpg)

![13A?](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/6eTeo2XIFLIpRndp6wREsI/6f93c869238812d9b00a7266e4b66d52/13A)

We designed two floral ground arrangments for the ceremony. These colorful and cheerful florals grounded the ceremony space and the cross, while keeping the view and the couple the main focus. 

And how stunning is this chapel?!

![14](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/3yQh7BSho4NKlwKODBqUmD/042aa922eebf0bf238a8b24e58272d00/14.png)

![15](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/1bZyh2lOc9SfyS3uS4WIWl/f28768b7e15512020d0ff93acd1250f7/15.png)

![16](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/5INQ9EAmRsEKOpjJ4m0DUR/1e18064a2147876c85d27c073d0120a0/16.png)

![17](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/lYFJ6OI8GHiX5Uv7abfkb/a31ec8314c98d430bd8ea09993877ec9/17.png)

![18](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/6th2XWmUH13Yy3lc2yBLfG/30b36bf6e953244646d94f086934bfc0/18.png)

The civil war cannon booms as the sun fades into the night.

![18A](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/46ItFd1DSswgs8MylcGndI/3a26203e2fba4df5594a8fbd90cc9f13/18A.jpg)

![19](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/1OoBl1WBkAjtmEWl4KB8zp/ddcb90fdac703a5f773aef921bfbb651/19.png)

Caroline has a passion for embroidery and made custom cocktail napkins for every single one of her guests! How memorable and thoughtful - they look amazing!

Their custom signage made by [Caitlyn with Reverie Decor](https://www.instagram.com/shopreveriedecor/?hl=en) complimented the light blue detailing that they used in their invitations and place settings. The floral ground arrangements made a lovely accent to the signage and communicated to every guest that this is where the celebration begins. 

And how adorable is this phone message experience? 

![20](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/5YNwuLQF14mD3ByNFBEwVg/75246998576c8ebbdbe11eda34361a59/20.png)

Their reception was at [Arnie’s Barn](https://bigcedar.com/dining/arnies-barn/), which is a restaurant open to the public, overlooking the golf course. So on their wedding day, the restaurant was still open for public lunch! That meant we (the entire wedding vendor team) had less than 2 hours to transform this space from a restaurant to an elegant reception space. Every vendor arrived at the same time, since access to the venue was at 3pm. (The ceremony started at 5pm!) It was a race to unload; or so it felt. Everything from the rentals, signage, florals, band, cake, and more, we’re all hustling in the hot August weather, doing our best and working together to make this a streamlined process. 

After 30 minutes, we all found our groove, and everything was intentionally placed and designed. Within 90 minutes, yes under TWO hours (!!), the entire venue was beautiful and ready! We had 30 minutes to spare and the photographer ([Sheri Holloway](https://www.sherihollowayphotography.com/) and her team) did a great job snapping details and photos, in between the portraits and the ceremony. 

![20A](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/6VDJ9WKlDM9l5xjuKeqFt1/ace40be29a715adf0200200c5a04e7a7/20A.jpg)

![21](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/5yuq9KXoRxz6W7Z2vl48q4/91e22d3dd8154913ee8171fef1bcda0b/21.png)

We created three different floral centerpiece designs for the tables. The first design was a tall, grand centerpiece. The second was a low, lush compote centerpiece, and the third was a collection of 3 bud vases. This brought interest and depth to the space.

![22](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/5SvdvKeazzi0rS3JGZJ3Fo/04ac681d51220c91c84008989501e126/22.png)

![23](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/3XMMQtLRt6k009bX8PAW0n/497f7272a37623bc796dfe4c7ccd16ca/23.png)

![24](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/3ViAVOMQfVLbQcAx7HGKYw/1f6e96c09597a37db300feefa1b70d62/24.png)

[Allie Rose Events](https://www.allieroseevents.com/), the mastermind behind the day, as well as the lead planner and designer for the wedding, did an outstanding job encouraging the team and organizing the day! She is an invaluable asset to have for your wedding day! No stress, lots of adrenaline, and tons of joy (and quite a bit of hustle)! 

I love how the fresh vines we added to the beams brings to much natural warmth against the rustic wood. It makes the space come alive.

![24A](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/56lFnfOmUY61zBORMr2y5o/05e47b216684462181d64136aa22c531/24A.jpg)

![25](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/1OctgTAQ1BHe0P9U27iHoy/961b965fb029d0e259b5a91e288dadb2/25.png)

![26](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/Yl0qFy0Q83lnRC98nVKSz/bcc306a58533e33f860391ea1f2df6d1/26.png)

![26A](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/5xM96YRpT5xoiukv9AudJq/968c84ddf1d2779ca07096a2db198ae7/26A.jpg)

![27](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/1ZagMzgufjAEHlBbBpPQeD/8981e292f898693938f21f92e56b26f2/27.png)

When in doubt, add the lamps!

![27A](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/3lpKBTQBlIq2b2yunlQJMd/ee0d69c2781ffc1145a28bacb6ae560f/27A.jpg)

I love how their wedding cake, designed by [Charity Fent Cake Design](https://www.cfcakedesign.com/), is a replication of Caroline's bridal gown. 

![28](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/ABfD9moBvjnNC46dxcte4/1bf1fa0d14fd512e0f595c3991d5d61b/28.png)

A live band is paired with a statement floral installation, bringing intention and beauty to the dance floor.

![29](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/6XxovmIccO9DtifX5ViCXT/73ea05a1e2d55f293863d7d840d5af15/29.png)

__From the Bride, Caroline:__ *“Charity was so wonderful to work with! She made my vision come to life and I could never have imagined they would be so beautiful. She was full of suggestions and is so knowledgeable about flowers. It is so obvious that she loves flowers and it shows in her beautiful work. Highly recommend working with HLMF.”*

![30](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/7qgz7OZh3gdavEa6dECHL2/d9a70029e94208c24e378df9ac9108f1/30.png)

Cheers to the dream team who made it all happen!

Allie Rose Events, Sheri Holloway, Airbrush by Andie, After the Tone, Azazie Bridal, The Black Tux, Branson Party Rentals, Charity Fent Cake Design, Elegant Linens and Rentals, Grateful Vase, KC Flo Band, Joob Bridal, Love that Social, Premier Party Coach, Diamonds and Do's, Shop Reverie Decor, Shindig Paperie, Superlative Cinema, Big Cedar Lodge


Caroline & Blake's Vibrant, Elegant Wedding at Top of the Rock in Missouri


__From Haley, the Bride, before we met__... *"I’ve always loved flowers and in a perfect world I'd be a florist, so flowers are HUGE for me and meeting my vision is a big deal.  it's more about the feel; almost like an elevated family get together. I believe that the flower arrangements are one of the biggest parts of our wedding because it's pretty much the whole setting for it. I’m from KC and having to find a wedding florist from the Springfield/Branson area is nerve wracking."*

![3](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/3ezJtKLt8K7gF2lta9Fz0z/111b624809beb47e2f03b19e09ad552b/3.png)

__What is your overall wedding style, feel, look, and/or atmosphere that you want to create for your celebration?:__ *My style for the wedding is bright garden party/wildflowers. Wildflower chic? I love garden party style but not as "preppy." I want it to be a little more "homie" and warm along with bright pops of color from the flowers.*

__What are your wedding colors?__  *My bridesmaids will all be wearing a different color: blue, green, yellow, and orangish red.*

__From Charity__: We jumped on a call and they both said they felt so good after talking with me; very much put at ease. Matthew said “It was so nice to meet you!” Haley said “I’m already put at ease, and I’m so excited we get to have an in depth meeting just for flowers.”

Through our design process, I curated a floral mix that was everything true to Haley & Matthew. She shared her favorite flowers are billy balls and marigolds. Since their wedding was in September, I suggestions dahlias (she loved them) and cosmos, ranunculus, and delphinium. We used colors of bright red, orange, yellow, light blue, and light purple. It’s a joyous celebration and I am so honored He Loves Me Flowers had a part in Haley & Matthew’s special day!

__After the wedding, from Haley, the Bride:__ *“Charity is the kindest woman I’ve ever met in my life. She knew exactly what I wanted from the first meeting and made my vision come to life. She is very VERY detailed with our meetings to make sure every flower is discussed and nothing is missed. I wish everyone could have Charity as their florist!!”*

![2](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/44Yk10fGcanBAheelukqDw/4bf711aa71be767c03993d78361ffa48/2.png)

![IMG 4654](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/15Wb5WcKBXU4GpRQr0JLi4/52e2350ac4afdce9c9a5d1d3fa9eb960/IMG_4654.JPG)

The ladies got ready at the [Bridal Suite, Cedar Creek Spa at Big Cedar](https://bigcedar.com/venues/spa-suite/). It's all things dreamy.

![1](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/56JTsupj8chCxnEsBOF4JN/4a62bfc8f689434a9d3bddc9397c1ce8/1.png)

![4](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/6SQZwInoYajCeT120HQpi8/e70a175d6f9d81b2c661b0dedeb7424e/4.png)

![5](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/1MP9DeUmRiMDKpk0aT2NsD/8d95a41657c6e24982b8cbe5c1edcae7/5.png)

(Haley's expression when Charity, arrived with the flowers!) 

![6](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/3zMtCd2G049rf4FmFJFU4Z/107e3927939fd18786ceb37e3c64ec15/6.png)

![IMG 5460](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/4EyObPUOCJpVj9eeUqkr3z/e465009b6aa2e337e3534ceb39fac85d/IMG_5460.JPG)

![7](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/YnJbZUhD49QVoVMwY2L51/97de0c39ba4b785bf348e2281a687602/7.png)

![IMG 4684](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/3EgSJgwslZ3wq4P62UG7gv/b42d9dd0697c987c7b2b93dccc696999/IMG_4684.JPG)

![Blog photo template](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/Lyc56MBg9RkvA1QZKsUCm/7384e6e64acc714ab0c3a6e41d10bd0e/Blog_photo_template.png)

![IMG 4881](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/5h5tOae8TitqpaZIU90HAP/e146c37c6b0f8a40b04e33ba745eeaab/IMG_4881.JPG)

Haley loved the idea of having her bridesmaids carry floral purses, so of course, I was up for it, and designed their florals into purses instead of bouquets! Obsessed is an understatement. 

![RJ9A0273](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/7tz1B691WOBzoGO3TSDHBW/5611fe95c7568a99e34f02c14a2da87d/RJ9A0273.jpg)

Haley and Matthew chose the [White Garden Chapel at Big Cedar Lodge](https://bigcedar.com/venues/the-garden-chapel/) in Southwest Missouri for their ceremony. Being they had a more intimate wedding and small guest count, this was the perfect backdrop for their vows. Straight out of a movie if I do say so myself. :) 

![1](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/1tkfcYT9lBZrOkjULC2ufp/767455dd97f25298e856f50a941b8db0/1.png)

![2](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/1EAkepHFRW0auNQCTVOenk/43dd945b06fe1a11ea9b9fde76594f40/2.png)

We went with two statement floral arrangements for the chapel and placed them on two white pillars. These arrangements offered a bright and colorful moment for the ceremony, framing the couple for their vows and photos. (Note: These arrangements also doubled as decor for the reception around their sweetheart table...you'll see it, soon, keep scrolling down.)

![IMG 4645](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/55Slq2vqA9khOCruZx97bN/b5eda5d258775b389b24af2e04ea9834/IMG_4645.JPG)

I loved designing florals in the couple's wedding welcome sign. The flower box sign is all things happy, inviting, and fun! It's sure to make the guests smile upon arrival.

![3](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/4Fwubqxqd6o3jtHCEmvWz6/6d67f966acc7e9990960ac1685349755/3.png)

![3L6A0036](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/3U4S3kOdnIJSRil8wDj99B/91cb99e6fc921a7ac7e3a584df83a374/3L6A0036.jpg)

![IMG 4346](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/r6PTtQ8uFTr7GX9e5FRTa/4f8e261575a2218f711190fae3954122/IMG_4346.JPG)

![5](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/OjrissgIsrMO2bKND870q/d1c1b2f315564d4d916511404165ac6e/5.png)

![IMG 4693](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/3ShEDnvBolFEuh6dYug89k/da8808412e736a7c8a51a52778c27175/IMG_4693.JPG)

![6](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/WqbxbV9tdMKDLOvCzPqbD/c8fafa33a67eea7270d8ce10911449d2/6.png)

![7](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/bFQhqDFhKJfcaPgBMc2C1/d2f5e01ca7584f498e146cd3c9d7496d/7.png)

![IMG 5112](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/2f39QKKysyVQeVMVyQNSSO/c4e0a0be4b64e860c03722d2abd9785e/IMG_5112.JPG)

![9](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/2gYQtEe5bJP5QgUw3x7WJF/5b43f2d0255a0f3a7bef5c60f6a61200/9.png)

![10](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/buFaCz1ehcWGoHBoKhDIg/45786509ea75821c22b5d05331d6460d/10.png)

![IMG 4840](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/43QYao35SG6mAzfWbovOLf/33171fe3b97919c0027fcf6ca098e33f/IMG_4840.JPG)

The newlywed couple had their portraits taken, joyfully and utterly in love. You can feel their joy, can't you!

![IMG 4320](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/7GKiTKOguyjHbdaNEcwXmE/e859bd38ce99368e03d05e2897390538/IMG_4320.JPG)

![1](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/7luoHRCe2Je3HvMdUXWCpm/467ac0451caeac9e0dbd0dc41fa3cb2f/1.png)

![2](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/65athODW06NIIbfwxIHsPf/b9daf428466a3e92a8dbd7a4c6ed3935/2.png)

![3](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/2RKxhIbS7dkWzFtSCqJkRR/fae80c4a19c5e71468980658123a77f3/3.png)

![4](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/2jWBM9KDRCQlOcCr0kBbCo/9d70e67716d81d99ec92a1a48d66d1d8/4.png)

![5](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/39aOetDcbmy4jQ8uXpOuMx/052ea3cc9fd048f9dc5e4bf1e112765c/5.png)

Their reception was at [Sycamore Creek's Shiloh Ridge outdoor venue space](https://www.sycamorecreekfamilyranch.com/shiloh-ridge) overlooking the lake. It was the sweetest location for their closest family and friends to celebrate with them their new beginning together!

![1](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/1ASjsE34xLKVAxycWiCOb2/436a2879ec70f7ecc313afa8c9180422/1.png)

![2](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/78BrR5BSkDysA4t6TnJqmN/5c7d1128afdebb39e2d9783d3b4bd1b5/2.png)

(Peep those two ceremony arrangements! Huge thanks to [White Veil Occassions](https://www.whiteveiloccasions.com/) for assisting with this transfer)

![3](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/3cekzlNiFbctECu0JQ9jng/3f24ea842cfbd76249ff30d957b155f5/3.png)

![4](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/1SvZsNnllFukOz15ldVz7O/7b74a351e267553c89f96fe4eac09696/4.png)

![5](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/oiezUSCLJJf8Zk0meFLyE/4f72a76e8caf9822b02e149674f54e63/5.png)

![IMG 4499](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/65ONER0GngxSTCxw4XoCFk/5934454161d45c178f01196b9c0917ec/IMG_4499.JPG)

![6](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/6cTYrky0dbqXmwXmJtQ0Is/7dfcb9f1f6b3324f3b79ca5ee236a67b/6.png)

![7](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/3HTf4RLOMog7hF8MV88ewQ/2f34b7b9e64caa5ed2decef01275a595/7.png)

![IMG 4420](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/kgaPzzT8FOGQ4HQetH1i5/f5fbfc2d73d3f0bcedd75d84d95e9e25/IMG_4420.JPG)

Nothing beats those Southwest Missouri sunsets! 
Congratulations to Haley & Matthew on your marriage! 

Cheers to the vendor team who made this day extra special:
[Big Cedar Lodge](https://bigcedar.com/venues/the-garden-chapel/)
[Sycamore Creek Family Ranch](https://www.sycamorecreekfamilyranch.com/shiloh-ridge)
[White Veil Occassions](https://www.whiteveiloccasions.com/)
[He Loves Me Flowers](https://helovesmeflowers.com/)
[MT Photography](https://mtphotography28.mypixieset.com/)

Big Cedar Garden Chapel Wedding in Branson MO

Haley & Matthew's Colorful Garden Chapel Wedding at Big Cedar Lodge in Branson, MO

Dara and Sean’s wedding vision was so intentional from the start. They wanted their guests to fully enjoy the day and, 20 years from now, still look back on their wedding as a joyful, timeless celebration. The goal was presence, ease, and genuine fun.

Set in May at the stunning [Greenhouse Two Rivers](https://www.greenhousetworivers.com/), the day felt classy yet laid back. Soft greens, whites, mauves, and blush pinks created a romantic color palette that felt fresh, elegant, and enduring. 

![1](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/4MczwEP4xrMBEQVxBCVRQX/37dc71faca0ee4450b66cf182bc59d99/1.png)

![3](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/6zBErmqfYytkTY9La01fnb/c0ad49a92f3ed9f7350ccda9cff7ed38/3.jpg)

![4](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/3hN4jRxpbDpgQpHBORdm8X/4243312bba8dbc24e5d88e58d2110939/4.png)

![5](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/5zNlQ6vQAW2dKFFMcwLAkM/52167eaabe5a58515327799179f0e364/5.png)

The florals reflected the same softness and joy. We designed with peonies, sweet peas, ranunculus, butterfly ranunculus, roses, stock, and hydrangeas, paired with a thoughtful mix of foliages to add warmth, movement, and natural texture. Every stem was chosen to feel romantic, airy, and timeless. 

![6](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/lkNlp5NE0DMKKuVbiBuVs/acd629e0d6aec8c1e3ae59b6f77df864/6.jpg)

![7](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/2euH7zhcPCCo93q5Dpg4M8/2ac17a2dd8f08e9e3f966f0f27967fbd/7.png)

![8](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/2Zu36RjS7O730NMrOgJQzQ/dc4b3729eddc835bdfb036755109b61b/8.jpg)

![9](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/2CvHLgXYql5WzCfgUSxRxU/68d85a3572ad4b4e3f017cbc5ec9eeda/9.jpg)

![11](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/3eqvCrotA7ZwxqCXZFamKS/8570d534bf873f8266046df0ab848aa1/11.png)

![10](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/2Z2e9Y55553N9FEiLC1ktl/52a36dc86110c319f47d222dc8d460ba/10.jpg)

![12](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/5fe0UwmROigTDVg7369lyn/612ebe9378987b8bbb8c30d5d842ba82/12.png)

![13](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/2UMVNQSZJZbh6fOvKR19Ee/29277dcc46d442274840c91be01a4f79/13.jpg)

![14](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/37rYk3OLwqPUKrdt2aKcoi/22c9f352d23a2f89091d66054c8a161e/14.png)

![15](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/4G1BnNbjXm3VN1ig2CpMAW/7412f15561e80f706e44d2d41c6e98ee/15.jpg)

The ceremony floral ground arrangements were simple in concept yet impactful in presence as they were framing the couple, tying in their color palette, and highlighting the beginning of their most meaningful season as husband and wife. After the ceremony, the arrangements were thoughtfully relocated to the reception, where they were reused to bring added floral beauty to the sweetheart table.

![17](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/50ogDEMDKJNBkCfF1Xysad/233d814f9f8886b0b8e07edbe727c045/17.png)

![16](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/2yfeUfCuc98BsxISxY6Jrm/f9d9324f01e2a014e5607bf34ddcf7d3/16.jpg)

Cocktail hour featured a custom mini golf setup for guests to enjoy—a playful yet meaningful nod to the couple’s story, inspired by golf, the setting of their very first date. These thoughtful details added heart and intention throughout the day, grounding the celebration in who they are as a couple.

![18](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/71l2jfftDoueo2aNVuxLhP/05cd22a4024a1b09622e9f529542b5c7/18.png)

![19](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/2y1sZgsue4wbq38Zh4iCBc/41c4ba9f69417df06041ff12f4d318f5/19.png)

![20](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/fECqrQwffH6EYbHkZhn1A/1d9776c06ba72c396143878ae02a7a1f/20.jpg)

![21](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/5eRLL6WN5rdUxrhlTGrQhN/55d15102571003d7e46cda6ebc37a648/21.png)

The reception was styled with loose foliage to bring warmth to each table, paired with minimalist bud vases that added soft color, height, and visual interest. Layered candlelight by [Allie Rose Events](https://www.allieroseevents.com/) created an inviting glow, while the sweet “thank you” place setting served as an intentional and heartfelt gesture for every guest.

![22](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/5QQf5GyOvL30A7U8YCKKNA/4b29df656978eeacc77fdd125055ef2b/22.jpg)

![23](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/ybJcIg7qN8sp0ZCTrAYJh/f9d07127d757f564beb11dbad1b54f8e/23.png)

![24](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/1p3M2PeTjUbqlgxqdpexgv/abe0e443d1d49b331d85dbeaab0e252c/24.png)

![25](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/699vKUgdYxb5tllJMWuY7/be7755e543c98d71fe0c9ebbf3728c3f/25.jpg)

![26](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/5HdtAhW61zkD27teJ6AEdd/3411d30554ddf0644777a903109fa351/26.jpg)

![27](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/KjOAI34gB11RWyQl2nVQ8/ed0bb7938b7bdea5ebfcfd254d6716a1/27.png)

![28](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/4joQlVTqXQe7vcQ4uNZ7Ds/555ada85a719b8972a4f110822f7f2c9/28.jpg)

![29](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/52kI3TzRkEQcnHmWRvIutO/4944eb3c5406e7a6baa55550ff6c021d/29.png)

Their evening ended with the Northern Lights on full display - that's something they'll never forget! 

![30](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/5W5StHaTwNsQ4ohshnaBfW/dabde360c183a303645381a66ef2fb81/30.png)

Dara & Sean’s joyful wedding was one that will feel just as beautiful decades from now and we were honored to design a floral experience that reflected their story.

Cheers to the team who made this event come to life for this lovely couple!

Wedding Planning: [Allie Rose Events](https://www.allieroseevents.com/) Photography: [Chris Killingsworth](https://www.chriskillingsworthphotography.com/) Venue: [Greenhouse Two Rivers](https://www.greenhousetworivers.com/) Makeup: [Airbrush by Andie](http://www.airbrushbyandie.com/) Hair Styling: [Diamonds and Do's](https://www.instagram.com/diamondsanddos) Floral Design: [He Loves Me Flowers](https://helovesmeflowers.com/)


Dara & Sean's Timeless Spring Wedding at Greenhouse Two Rivers

Catherine and Jeremy's colorful summer wedding in Downtown Springfield, Missouri is one to save to your favorite's list if you love all-things-color! 

![1](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/2aNIZSAq3D0vG2cxZgtlfo/da0d5df7036a43711e1ed3c8b7d5de52/1.png)

Catherine dreamed of a bright and lively summer garden party and was inspired by all things [Rifle Paper Co.](https://riflepaperco.com/) (one of my favorite brands!). Her bridesmaids wore bright, light blue dresses which contrasted so beautifully against the coral, peach, and pink tones in the bouquets.

![2](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/2xpnSw6SH5fHMONAqmlhoZ/363d775a1860452c832e945e65586d79/2.png)

![4](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/7e9tFFPmJL2cMfBGhdT5xV/8fc323696958ebb58c4f3dfb2b0da7ae/4.png)

![3](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/2BL3976N52qEMpRNfnCkbr/63245cad5c2af16a0e3229c57b7150eb/3.jpg)

![5](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/4oODxqb93OHUNIL1tpN5ar/d4d545f49e64b1f761da72a3743f4dc2/5.jpg)

We curated the colorful, textural flower composition to include luxury garden roses, peonies, ranunculus, hydrangeas, delphiniums, scabiosas, and many more that we sourced locally from our Springfield flower farmers.

![6](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/3ktsDGhOBF5ns1E07UITyg/45e6f768a28206d02fc00e66dc70f1cf/6.jpg)

![7](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/3ZkZRJvL95Ab8Q5zHyBCTD/f98fbc1ca5b9229931633d595bf0cbec/7.png)

The couple's ceremony was at the downtown[ Christ Episcopal Church](https://christepiscopalchurch.com/). The chapel is full of ornate details and gives a nod to medieval architectural influences.

![8](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/1jtS8arUp1NHj2ZKFh4IRN/7e900495b690ba4e17f568849a8297d5/8.png)

![9](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/52j4LzU9IWQ0NSaPcn75vj/8f29aeb1b589a3af887782624092f0bc/9.jpg)

![10](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/2uPyLCnFugTISfO7h6vN7T/ac3775e566cb2ae9a0c661216ad65bc8/10.png)

The reception was at downtown Springfield's premier venue, [The Veridian](https://www.veridianevents.com/). The historic charm brings a fresh amount of character to the celebration. We adorned the guest tables with a combination of matching flowers in bud vases and intentionally designed the head table to be the main attraction featuring a lush garden party centerpiece. 

![11](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/7F3bs8a2Euprp7jYlqq9wq/aeb5762e012f62fb0efe277042e3a39c/11.png)

![12](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/7pwpHYXrhebNSUUnorkmTS/a12b83c4541be45b1329963e9d5b772e/12.png)

![13](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/qQGZclQ5wjlVCQ3f4Sp34/aa9a12dc149194109c8a5ea97a2e95d2/13.jpg)

![16](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/6MSQlYsB2RjMMSTETq81O4/55465d0c759ea8e48a3659adc294f3c6/16.jpg)

![17](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/4if6SaWq9cq5uQoAXbJoKA/d255397d30af7def5f786a8eb82bee9e/17.png)

The table numbers and seating chart signs were thoughtfully and intricately hand-painted by the mother of the Bride. 

![14](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/52Iwp3NPxLkdPisCxH2Xag/023422aa94642ca5a51be1db617b8663/14.jpg)

We added fresh foliage bundles to the drapery pillars to tie in the botanical elements around the venue. 
And don’t miss the wedding cake - it’s as floral-lush and "garden party" as ever! 

![15](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/6PAlssDNGgyfLvV4qoXcDh/c8971c527abd5943bb1ac6c22cf2177b/15.png)

Cheers to the team who made C&J's day so marvelous and everything they dreamed it would be!

Wedding Planner: [Allie Rose Events](https://www.allieroseevents.com/)
Wedding Photographer: [Cara Bailey](https://carabaileyphoto.com/)
Floral Design: [He Loves Me Flowers](https://helovesmeflowers.com/)
Reception Venue: [The Veridian](https://www.veridianevents.com/)
Hair: [Diamonds and Do's](https://www.diamondsanddosbridalhair.com/)
Makeup: [Airbrush by Andie](http://www.airbrushbyandie.com/)
Bridal Gown: [Norman's Bridal](https://normansbridal.com/)
Cake: [Simply Delicious](https://www.simplydeliciousllc.com/)
Church: [Christ Episcopoal Church](https://christepiscopalchurch.com/)


colorful garden party

Colorful, Garden Party Summer Wedding in Downtown Springfield, MO

![02](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/vmmdgvO0bp3qTguQjDCND/971b79884f5014dd659de4bca44c8a5b/02.png)

Julia envisioned her wedding as an amazing, fun, and easygoing weekend surrounded by her closest family and friends. Her dream was to create a celebration filled with special moments that would leave lasting memories for everyone.

![03](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/7nQgw5E4uXM1iNhBh8KD3U/615047bdc6da8e0d6d3a4bfe2e286992/03.png)

![01](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/hsZJEtqfUeYDAK6t2FGa3/f068566e8a7da7836c36b6e7bf64a3ee/01.jpg)

For their big day, Julia and her Groom chose a lakeside wedding at [Integrity Hills](https://bigcedar.com/venues/integrity-hills-chapel/), [Big Cedar Lodge](https://bigcedar.com/), in Ridgedale, Missouri. Being from the lake area, Julia wanted to embrace the natural beauty of the outdoors, blending it seamlessly into a whimsical yet timeless aesthetic.

![05](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/3YUypydBmSBkWvhTDZRACG/282908cf28519c213f88dc9ead803b99/05.png)

![04](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/289xVYzyd0bhqGKaoLfY5W/665ad61cd1ca800c27319d5dd99b1f60/04.jpg)

![06](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/5PjicRQ3zmIeZtfQM3Bh3L/df131f565bba5e74d2df38ce06d1ffc6/06.png)

![07](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/2w0FpmYX3i0nO0C86Fg9yr/c49e2bac9fcbedf0cc867048802a35d0/07.png)

![08](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/3lEjmdWWf76feKFFIPTBmk/dd2b0f1b58ad947cad014806c71a523b/08.png)

![09](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/1X2VruXlf4vrW2Y6WxdZa6/ff64c1fe602ea6a7242bce1ec16210b1/09.png)

Her color palette was a soft and romantic mix of warm pink and peachy tones, paired with gentle yellows and ivory. To add contrast and dimension, we incorporated touches of lavender and sky blue, creating a palette as fresh and inviting as the summer day itself.

![11](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/1T9YBDqu7jU6Bw0K3uakbW/54fef1b0d8b81b0169e00f865fc27f95/11.png)

![10](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/lGztNzVklGtx6TzazFSbX/62ae1d11c75f8d0078dc12372f2a132b/10.jpg)

![12](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/7hnm9QGBFeNzZFn19iZXCZ/f0a365af1c2d5c192748aef4b199b086/12.png)

The morning of the wedding started with a little adventure—a boat ride on the lake! Julia’s father took her and her bridesmaids out on the water for some fun, setting the tone for a day full of joy and excitement.

![boat ride](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/3HT7ue2PaS1vOeKcCPUBNf/a894b67d43202ee307f201186e17ce7c/0L1A6950.jpg)

The bridesmaids wore mix-and-match dresses in solid colors and patterns of yellow, pink, green, and lavender, creating a harmonious and playful look that paired perfectly with their bouquets.

![13](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/4RBMZwbgxeY34EemosfQ3d/f805f1ba246683d3af31da7d0cbabc11/13.jpg)

![14](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/DkVb3eN2PEQ7szHTAmHNK/f0165d6a1d77f428a89ce5716a2d2337/14.png)

![15](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/4Beb5j7rG2PjvABrixEkev/7acd34d9ffb6bb7dd2ca45fe42463230/15.jpg)

![16](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/7m3eaVfkS3B1AyW8Xv7ak5/9ca9d70e5de3970ff9dfb418bc98c263/16.jpg)

For the ceremony at the [Integrity Hills Chapel](https://bigcedar.com/venues/integrity-hills-chapel/), we designed whimsical floral ground arrangements to complement the space's natural beauty. The designs were intentionally organic, making them feel as though they were blooming right from the earth. After the ceremony, these stunning arrangements were repurposed for the reception at the Stables, gracing the head table and the cake table. This thoughtful reuse allowed the florals to shine in multiple settings and added a cohesive touch to the day’s design.

![17](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/4m7ln6rxOxUs58NTr3nIn1/a1111a54e9cbf34039db0750196cecae/17.png)

![18](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/7dGt0jL2KE2A3ekTXmK53s/8b11a1011d46a2cf3ab2602a311384ab/18.jpg)

![19](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/FfLxqgfzXykdtGUjG76Zm/76ce32af04bc8d3c940ed504e499e64f/19.jpg)

![20](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/56LXun6Zr4MSM1iMvFJ45F/75aa0ede3f28555d9db9c54b377ee050/20.png)

![21](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/4EBU06DR1AjhgoJh4CB3vQ/de0a60527bba1afcef9a19fe4a9dd23c/21.png)

![22](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/2dpfHUqf1TLp9R2Hp9kKGF/90faa3311d13746e2ebfbe5cde9a9231/22.jpg)

![23](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/7DvlAKFoChu0BWAshR3NQ4/e748e3c9aff32a9b71836b53f1b93170/23.png)

![24](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/6oGvb0QKayM70HMBiOFlaf/620df6f69c22315423db31bd5bb5d863/24.png)

Julia wanted the head table to be the centerpiece of the reception at the [Integrity Hills Stables](https://bigcedar.com/venues/integrity-hills-the-stables/). She dreamed of a setup that felt full, dreamy, and magical. To bring her vision to life, we lined the table with countless floral bud vases. The addition of thick candles, provided by the couple, created a cozy, ambient glow that beautifully highlighted the blooms.

![25](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/72K5LHik7A95w2R3ID5ep1/1768751bbedb5567db228ff069d43e01/25.jpg)

![26](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/374jvnph5S5XfI2aRsDUtH/1bdcfc6e4693d6f15698233a041fbf6d/26.png)

![27](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/1Yz1AiUEkHiPZmEtCEV1bb/0c466616410e7881041c68b8909d8c89/27.jpg)

![28](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/1pAQlENUIJmOYZwbG9T8Vd/a1e48aeab183165b50a342f4e559bb7f/28.png)

![29](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/2UgIkokEGESSJpxq1kW0qg/7c444dc24dba24c9ab795f4e5fc3d8f0/29.png)

![30](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/2uapHi4GBHa4Xy6iMMvEcc/d57fce9100bd7f9833fa47084325f162/30.png)

One of my favorite moments captured by [Melissa Hailey](https://www.melissahaileyphoto.com/) was a scene of the Bride and Groom surrounded by their closest friends, laughing, and celebrating together. You can truly feel the warmth and love in the space—a testament to Julia’s wish of creating unforgettable memories for their loved ones.

From Julia, the bride, *"Charity was the absolute BEST!!!!!! I seriously could not have had a better florist for my wedding. From day one, she was extremely responsive and flexible when meeting in person when I was visiting from out of town. She always had a smile on her face and captured my floral vision perfectly, even when I changed my mind a few times haha! She nailed every detail and my bridal bouquet was breathtaking! She also did an amazing job on florals for our rehearsal dinner that fit the venue so well and were different, yet complementary to the wedding day florals. I LOVE her organic, whimsical, and fun style of floral design and the energy she brings to every meeting with brides is contagious - she is the sweetest. I cannot recommend using He Loves Me Flowers enough!”*

![31](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/7z6S7g6U2yZYkEbfRRn5hT/cdaec070d39ae50207b7002c45878219/31.jpg)

J&W, thank you for trusting us with your floral vision. Congratulations on your beautiful marriage and the start of your forever together.

![couple](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/16WiUXwrnz3dJkHuE8osnF/feaa79870fbe7c138f46cbb0183a9a67/BV0A3073.jpg)

Photography by [Melissa Hailey Photo](https://www.melissahaileyphoto.com/)

Wedding Coordinating by [White Veil Occassions](https://www.whiteveiloccasions.com/)

Rentals by [Eventful Rental](https://eventfulrents.com/)

Floral Design by yours truly, [He Loves Me Flowers](https://helovesmeflowers.com/)

Whimsical, Timeless Lakeside Summer Wedding at Integrity Hills

![01](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/5T7de2QIyQvtYRRg6TUFAC/63412ff3e4e5cfd0e8c2fcb663391182/01.jpg)

When Kristin, the Mother of the Groom, reached out to me about designing the florals for their rehearsal dinner at [Top of the Rock](https://bigcedar.com/top-of-the-rock/?gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQiA-aK8BhCDARIsAL_-H9lRGqNcGN0HBrh7br5sWNLzxEenOSIxcjQIOZaiqbiZfwlHfnnX4eYaAn-hEALw_wcB) by [Big Cedar Lodge](https://bigcedar.com/winter-sale-2025/?gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQiA-aK8BhCDARIsAL_-H9k2JIgThQXesk3Xa1TdPvJA79ReHhlOjPNTtO_82Q9ukXnZwbc4LjUaAv-JEALw_wcB) in Ridgedale, Missouri, she had a beautiful vision in mind. She dreamed of a western-inspired aesthetic to honor the Groom and his Texas roots while incorporating elements that paid tribute to Native American heritage—a perfect nod to the Wine Cellar’s incredible collection of historic artifacts.

![02](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/7I3UNxDZpqXBo3jJyyO2m/256c1102605827787318b662465e94e1/02.png)

![11](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/1vAwLlBFoofFrjZ7hOhTgE/4ff3ad6dba237b752e51ae1daab78952/11.jpg)

The Bride, Julia, brought her own inspiration to the table. As a Missouri native with a love for wildflowers and feminine details, Kristin requested that the florals also reflect Julia’s style in an elegant and thoughtful way.

![03](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/2mwPzfuOokyp9ckfYDxUyz/c27c75f13e4521af81369fc49128a105/03.jpg)

![04](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/7v8e7hy51AJPKbXzx8zATx/13bd218bc4e6b9fd4cc083fa8100ced8/04.jpg)

One of the unique challenges of this event was the venue’s large, grand tables. While stunning, their size can make floral design tricky—they need to feel lush and full without becoming overwhelming. To strike the perfect balance, I used loose, flowing Italian ruscus to create a lush greenery runner down the center of each table. This softened the dark wood, brought life to the moody space, and served as the foundation for the overall design.

![06](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/5ileLasB02D5eJSrsJ0XsI/4633d30319b5df0450bdd769e30d6ed8/06.jpg)

![07](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/6ag4N1fSi6Vp12a5iZzOU/303c539927d915d2797918d71c00eba2/07.png)

![08](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/41aLwy7IYGNrEjS0I1OEzV/7b7a9d6b7daa2196e4c7cf950a214261/08.png)

For a touch of color and texture, we lined the tables with bud vases filled with local flowers, including larkspur, delphinium, zinnias, scabiosa, yarrow, foxglove, and coneflowers. To honor the Native American influence, we incorporated feathers into the arrangements. The bright, summery colors brought so much joy and celebratory energy to the room, creating a vibrant yet elegant atmosphere.

![09](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/7z19WFlE5UzgfPJkmcZwrY/bf43c802d1f877094342d844bb050edc/09.png)

![10](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/4zZkzEvK6L59byoaLAgSNQ/71ae85dcb457eb2d0a01e2e1346d67fa/10.png)

From Kristin, mother of the groom, “WOW! Charity's floral design for our son and daughter-in-law's rehearsal dinner was the talk of the tables. Gorgeous flowers and thoughtful presentation PLUS she and her team are delightful to work with. The entire process was seamless which was such a blessing as we planned from out of town. And best of all -- the bride loved it! Joy -- all the way around."

![12](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/eW4joP9lPM0VVZaD9SYQC/27c62fdf88a8f93999a43f298906ba00/12.png)

It was such an honor to be part of this special celebration. And that sunset view? It’s hard to top those golden Missouri skies!

![13](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/BtlFZTmGGNDI0pDGH69JJ/c2fc3515775aae85fa9b7c542b73f122/13.jpg)

Photography by[ Melissa Hailey Photo](https://www.melissahaileyphoto.com/)
Venue [Top of the Rock](https://bigcedar.com/top-of-the-rock/), [End of the Trail Wine Cellar](https://bigcedar.com/dining/wine-cellar-end-of-the-trail/), [Big Cedar Lodge](https://bigcedar.com/)

Western-Inspired Rehearsal Dinner at Top of the Rock in Ridgedale, Missouri

![S & C Gatherings by Jordan Brittley-173](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/ltxXes2f8ICTfaJcDPWQs/7d7f4336b6556a8b67248f6fe870222a/S___C_Gatherings_by_Jordan_Brittley-173.jpg)

__1.__ __Bright colors__

At of now, all of our 2025 brides are wanting colorful flowers. Picture magenta, coral, yellow, orange, etc. It’s very exciting, inspiring and energizing for this color-lover! 

![S & C Gatherings by Jordan Brittley-8](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/6vLiwd2HP3D4cB2yoGKiz2/85dead7ad91a8a4b39539243d270838d/S___C_Gatherings_by_Jordan_Brittley-8.jpg)

__2. Unique color stories__

I’m seeing unique and one-of-a-kind color stories like magenta with rust (with other tones) for an event and another event featuring lime green, hot pink and lavender. 2025 is the year of YOU and I’m here for it! 

![S & C Gatherings by Jordan Brittley-98](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/51MNZh3Az9fCv2qJadGJVS/d093481e8654194285002d96f5b27a06/S___C_Gatherings_by_Jordan_Brittley-98.jpg)

__3. Large installations & floral statement pieces__

Brides are wanting large installations and statement pieces that assist in making the celebration memorable. Imagine all your friends and family grabbing a selfie in front of your custom, fresh floral installation made JUST for your wedding! Now that’s a moment they’ll keep talking about!

![S & C Gatherings by Jordan Brittley-289](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/2NrunQgeh1PPrMEPjFK1ly/cd3aaebd2debe35cf6d4e35746e46748/S___C_Gatherings_by_Jordan_Brittley-289.jpg)

__4. Garden party is here to stay!__

The romantic, whimsical and free-spirited garden party aesthetic isn’t just a Bridgerton thing - it’s a vibe and our clients are obsessed! Well, so are we! 

![S & C Gatherings by Jordan Brittley-273](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/26w6euXnmBSedUOmMWlNw0/66a34c80f3c683d81da3ff2e8f14a391/S___C_Gatherings_by_Jordan_Brittley-273.jpg)

__5. Thoughtful and curated guest experiences__

Couples are creating their weddings with the guests at the forefront. This is the day that all of their special people are in one place at one time, so it’s a day to remember and they want their guests to remember it forever too! The little details of the day, from the food and drinks to the decor, colors and venue are curated with the guests experience in mind. Hospitality at its finest and so meaningful for everyone. 

![S & C Gatherings by Jordan Brittley-322](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/7uWx3UAl6NY9tpApAPUeyA/7735ed9d1d2608c2be6dd732f03aea1f/S___C_Gatherings_by_Jordan_Brittley-322.jpg)

Designing florals for your wedding day is one of my greatest joys and passions and I am so thrilled at the thought of bringing YOUR floral dreams to life in 2025! Fill out my [contact form](https://helovesmeflowers.com/contact) to start the dreamy wedding floral process. I can’t wait to hear what you’re dreaming of!!

Photography [Jordan Brittley](https://jordanbrittley.com/)

Here are 5 floral features I’m seeing in 2025!

Screen Shot 2025-01-02 at 2.25.44 PM

5 Floral Features I'm Seeing in 2025


1. COLOR. A lot of my brides for 2024 are dreaming of and requesting colorful floral compositions, and I couldn’t be more over the moon about it. 

![DSC02308](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/7Exul8dL1rnrqko3uqDYFb/bceca93142b4f20b1f1646296ddd2fb6/Spring_2023_Creative_Shoot_by_Jordan_Brittley-1.jpg)
Photo by [Jordan Brittley](https://jordanbrittley.com/)

2. Statement floral installations. These are the pieces that make you, your groom and your guests go “WOW”. These are the backdrop that most of your family, friend and group photos will take place. This is where your unique personality, story and style can come alive. These are the floral experiences that 2024 brides are craving so that they can create a welcoming, fun, and enjoyable celebration for their guests and I’m 100% here for it.

![IMG 5370 websize](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/1IkiPjxRchQCfNkkZoj4Kw/9399af756b01366cd2b7d2da4e60df2e/IMG_5370_websize.jpg)
Photo by [Clay Swanson](https://clayswansonphotography.com/)

3. Unique designs. My clients are wanting unique, one of a kind designs….not something their BFF had at her wedding or a bouquet that looks like all the bouquets you’ve seen on Pinterest. A true-to-you floral design is where it’s at.

![Ceremony-7](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/2NQ0IP726tsgVgoHKzNKVt/66ce41b793923419e5722a3cfda9426b/Ceremony-7.jpg)
Photo by [Cara Bailey](https://carabaileyphoto.com/)

4. Intentional weddings with intentional floral design. The planning meetings I’ve had so far with my ‘24 brides have been much more thoughtful and intentional in their overall wedding design and wedding flowers. This looks different to everyone but it’s exciting to see how much love truly goes into every detail and I love that for my couples!

![Ceremony-227](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/5qrAsYLhbiXTbiaf2Gr25k/919f812fc671aa568440992af3c8ff98/Ceremony-227.jpg)
Photo by [Cara Bailey](https://carabaileyphoto.com/)

If you are looking for a wonderful wedding florist for your 2024 wedding, fill out our [contact form](https://helovesmeflowers.com/contact)! let’s work together to make some intentional, dreamy core memories for your wedding!!

![Allie Rose Events Brand Shoot by Jordan Brittley-108](//images.ctfassets.net/vvlt8r5txsex/1QlSqnRr4zu6JaWOc53eKI/bbbe41d6d1d61ba93ae49b1d57b471d0/Allie_Rose_Events_Brand_Shoot_by_Jordan_Brittley-108.jpg)
Photo by [Jordan Brittley](https://jordanbrittley.com/)

✨ 4 Floral Notions that I'm Looking Forward to in 2024 ✨

Learnings & reflections